UPSC Direct Recruitment 2026 has been issued by the Union Public Service Commission, Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi-110069 under Advertisement No. 02/2026. UPSC Direct Recruitment 2026 invites online applications for direct recruitment by selection through the website https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ for various posts. The online application process commenced from 11th April, 2026 and the closing date for submission of applications is 1st May, 2026. The notification includes vacancies for Assistant Keeper, Senior Store Officer Grade-II and Livestock Officer in different departments and ministries.
UPSC Direct Recruitment 2026 specifies that one vacancy is available for the post of Assistant Keeper in Anthropological Survey of India, Ministry of Culture under UR category with Pay Scale Level-07 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC and maximum age limit of 30 years. UPSC Direct Recruitment 2026 further includes seven vacancies for Senior Store Officer Grade-II in Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence with category-wise distribution UR-05, OBC-01 and SC-01 including one vacancy reserved for PwBD candidates. The pay scale for this post is Level-10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC with age limit of 35 years for URs, 38 years for OBCs, 40 years for SCs and 45 years for PwBDs.
UPSC Direct Recruitment 2026 also includes eight vacancies for the post of Livestock Officer in the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying with category distribution EWS-04, OBC-01, SC-02 and ST-01. The pay scale is Level-10 plus NPA in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC. The age limit for this post is 35 years for URs, 38 years for OBCs and 40 years for SCs and STs.
UPSC Direct Recruitment 2026 states that in case of discrepancy between the indicative advertisement and detailed advertisement, the detailed advertisement available on the Commission’s website shall prevail. The crucial date for determining the age limit shall be the closing date for submission of online applications. Candidates are advised to visit the Commission’s website for detailed recruitment information and instructions.
UPSC Direct Recruitment 2026 – Recruitment Overview Table
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 02/2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Keeper, Senior Store Officer Grade-II, Livestock Officer |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Job Location | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification |
Important Dates Table
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 11th April, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 1st May, 2026 |
Vacancy Details Table
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Keeper | 01 |
| Senior Store Officer Grade-II | 07 |
| Livestock Officer | 08 |
Eligibility Table
| Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Assistant Keeper | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification |
| Senior Store Officer Grade-II | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification |
| Livestock Officer | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification |
Age Limit Table
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Assistant Keeper | 30 years (UR) |
| Senior Store Officer Grade-II | 35 years (UR), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC), 45 years (PwBD) |
| Livestock Officer | 35 years (UR), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST) |
Pay Scale Table
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Assistant Keeper | Level-07 |
| Senior Store Officer Grade-II | Level-10 |
| Livestock Officer | Level-10 plus NPA |
Application Process Table
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Online |
| Website | https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ |
Documents Required Table
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Not Mentioned | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification |
Important Instructions Section
- Applications must be submitted online through the prescribed website.
- The closing date for submission of applications is 1st May, 2026.
- Age limit will be determined as on the closing date of application.
- Detailed advertisement available on the Commission’s website shall prevail in case of discrepancy.
- Candidates are advised to visit the official website for detailed instructions.
Official Website / Reference
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for UPSC Direct Recruitment 2026?
1st May, 2026.
Q2. How many total vacancies are available?
A total of 16 vacancies.
Q3. What is the mode of application?
Online mode.
Q4. What is the age limit for Assistant Keeper?
30 years for UR category.
Q5. Which posts are included in this recruitment?
Assistant Keeper, Senior Store Officer Grade-II and Livestock Officer.